What are the requirements of the program?
Students interested in the program must fulfill the following requirements:
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Complete an autobiography within the first four weeks.
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Complete a Growth Contract by the end of the first quarter.
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During the first quarter, identify and meet at least twice with an internal advisor.
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Identify an external mentor during the second quarter.
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Attend and report on two cultural/public affair events per quarter.
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Attend monthly meetings. These are held on Saturdays at 8:30 a.m.
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Complete a leadership internship.
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Assume a leadership role at some point while in the program (for example, chairperson of a committee or special project, director, or co-chair).
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Complete two leadership courses:
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HUM 194 - "World and Community Issues" (3 Credit hours)
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HUM 195 - "Patterns of Leadership" (3 credit hours)
- Tuition and books for these courses are paid for by the program.
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Selection Process
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Completion of a written application, and letters of recommendation.
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Successful interview with the program's advisory board.
What are other things a student needs to know?
A student needs at least three-quarters to complete the program, 5 or 6 quarters at best.
Flexibility in the schedule is important in order to be able to devote time and energy to projects that the group undertakes.
In June, the Fellows sponsor a 3-4 day cultural trip for those students who have been in the program at least two quarters. Past trips include Montreal; Chicago; Washington, D.C.; Santa Fe, New Mexico; and England.
For more information, please contact Tom Roberts at 937-512-2509, via e-mail at thomas.roberts@sinclair.edu, or stop by the Student Activities Office in Room 8025, Building 8.
